Beautiful Things. Fish Spa And Wonderful Hosts!
The last month has been full of beautiful things. So much so that I was rendered a bit speechless. All I’ve wanted to do since coming back from Malaysia is sit in my apartment (Read: Cave) and let everything sink in.
Now I’m ready to share. This will probably last a few posts.
1. Hosts. MacVaysia, Azlin, BinGregory, Farah & Jeremy, Ayu’s Family, Aida. Years ago, when I first started blogging from the confines of my house in suburban Pennsylvania, I searched all over the internet for blogs in Muslim countries. There was always a plethora of blogs of people in Malaysia. I kept in touch from time to time, and because of that and some good luck, I never had to stay in a hotel while in Malaysia or Singapore. I stayed with and was treated to some lovely meals with friends new and old. Thank you for opening your homes to me, feeding me, sharing the company and warmth of your families, and showing me around. From climbing the walls of Pudu Prison and bathing in rivers, to walking quietly into the most serene of Palm plantations and exploring the tea fields of the Cameron Highlands… Let’s just say it was most definitely a fulfilling trip. But like I said to BinGregory, the adventures are great and all, but my favorite thing about the trip was meeting and just hanging out with families. Just regular-old family time. Because regular-old family time is not so-regular, and not-so-old.
2. Faces. Do I need an explanation? At the top, a worker on a Tea Plantation takes a break. Above, a woman working at a vegetable stand in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia. Below, an icecream peddler on Petaling Street smiles as people pass by in Kuala Lumpur.
3. Getting the dead skin eaten off of my feet by fish @ a fish spa. It tickled. A lot.
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Assalamualaikum Hijabman
I just wanted to say that I have been an avid follower of your blog for a couple of years now and I just love how you are able to find the beauty and simplicity in all situations. I think I should learn from you, as I am currently one of those crazy pre-med undergrads who doesn’t really have time to slow down, although my dad tells me that I really should. Whenever I come to your blog, I always look at your pictures; I never tire of looking at them – great lighting, great angles, and just a beauty that makes you smile no matter how much you try not to.
Anyway, sorry for rambling on, but I guess I just wanted to express my appreciation for this beautiful blog that you have here. Keep it up!!
Ma’asalaama